marrow
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The drugs targeted rapidly dividing cancer cells in the marrow, but in doing so further damaged an already compromised blood- and immune-making system, often leaving patients defenseless against infection and bleeding.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
My youngest brother, Chris Landro, donated his bone marrow via surgery to extract it from the bones of his lower back.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
Each year, more than 128,000 people in the United States receive solid organ or bone marrow transplants.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
The researchers found no trace of the virus in samples of the man's blood, gut and bone marrow.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
It was a cold that got into the bone, into the marrow, and would not be dislodged.
From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin
Vocabulary lists containing marrow
Born a Crime
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Jungle Book
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Pax
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
